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Live Well Bipolar ™

The only podcast where you will hear stories on what it means to Live Well Bipolar every Monday! Tune in as Paris Scobie, Speaker and Best-Selling Author of "Crooked Illness," and guests get into what works, what doesn"t and how the reality of living with bipolar looks different for everyone! Each episode will teach you how to shatter the stigma and conquer those obstacles we so often face with bipolar.

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244: We're Having a Baby!

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2025/10/28

In this heartfelt episode of Live Well Bipolar, Paris shares the exciting news of expecting a baby girl in February 2026. Reflecting on the journey since finding out on June 24th, she discusses the initial surprise, the ultrasound experience and the special ways she shared the news with family. She delves into her personal journey with bipolar and pregnancy, addressing initial fears, particularly regarding medication, and the immense support from her community and healthcare professionals. The

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00:38:46

243: From Bipolar Darkness to Devotion in Motherhood

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2025/10/20

Paris speaks with Daniela Skinner, an artist, corporate professional and mother who shares her journey navigating bipolar to raise her now 9 year old son. Diagnosed at 27, Daniela recounts her challenging experiences with postpartum mania, hospitalizations and navigating life as a new mother under immense stress. She details her struggles, the pivotal role of finding the right medication and how she managed to rebuild her life through creative practices and strong family ties. Daniela opens up about

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00:37:42

242: From Lived Experience to Nonprofit Leadership

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2025/10/13

Jessie Bucci-Carter is a mental health advocate, regional manager at a mental health nonprofit supporting youth mental health advocates and a rescue dog lover, foster, and volunteer who shares her compelling journey living with bipolar. Together we explore Jessie's early experiences with mental health struggles, including panic attacks and depression during her teenage years and her subsequent diagnosis of bipolar at 22. She reflects on the profound impact of supportive relationships, especially

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00:35:34

241: From Late Bipolar Diagnosis to Creative...

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2025/10/06

In this week's episode of Live Well Bipolar, Paris welcomes Ashley Dutta, an artist, writer and mother with 15 years of experience in foreign policy, communications and technology, most recently at Microsoft. Ashley shares her story of living with bipolar II, ADHD, PMDD, and anxiety. She discusses her late diagnosis at the age of 41 and the implications it had on her life, career, and self-identity. After being impacted by severe burnout, Ashley also shares how she managed her mental health

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00:31:05

240: What Bipolar Once Took to Build Hope

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2025/09/29

In this solo episode of Live Well Bipolar, host Paris Scobie addresses her fears related to living with bipolar and how she manages them through therapy, writing, and support networks. Paris shares advice she would give her younger self about overcoming isolation and stigma. She discusses the impact of her bipolar diagnosis, how she rebuilt her confidence and belief in herself and the importance of self-care. Paris highlights the changes she made in her life to improve her mental health and how you

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00:36:48

239: Big Steps on the Run with Bipolar

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2025/09/22

Paris is joined by Gordon Strain, a filmmaker, college professor, mental health advocate as well as the dad/husband of a very busy blended family.Gordon shares his journey living with bipolar, from his early signs of mania and depression to his diagnosis and finding the right treatments. Key topics include the importance of a holistic 'bipolar toolkit,' the supportive role of his wife, the benefits of running for mental clarity, and his work as a college professor and filmmaker. Gordon

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00:35:09

238: Behind the Bipolar Curtain with Polly

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2025/09/15

Paris welcomes Polly Wiseman, a theater maker from the UK who uses their skills in writing, acting and a dash of comedy to spread awareness of bipolar and challenge stigma, online and on stage. Polly discusses their journey from childhood fascination with actress Vivian Lee to receiving a bipolar diagnosis at drama school. Polly candidly talks about the struggles, stigma and lack of support they faced initially. Polly delves into the details surrounding the creation of a play based on their

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00:34:13

237: Cultivating Strength Through Sach

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2025/09/08

Sachini (Sach) Vithanage is an aspiring forensic psychologist and mental health advocate who shares her personal journey living with bipolar and how you can cultivate strength.She speaks about experiencing depression and anxiety at 12 to being diagnosed with bipolar just before her 21st birthday. She discusses the challenges she faced, including a manic episode leading to hospitalization and how she eventually found stability through sleep hygiene, medication, and a gratitude mindset. Sach also

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00:34:32

236: A Powerful Outlet in Ink

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2025/09/01

Join Paris and she welcomes special guest Colleen Sharlow, a Prevention Educator, Mental Health Advocate, creative writer and Cat Mom.Colleen shares her journey with bipolar, starting from her childhood in a large family where mental health was seldom discussed, through her misdiagnosis with depression, struggles with an eating disorder and eventual diagnosis with bipolar I after a frightening episode of mania and psychosis. She recounts how writing, family support and therapy became essential tools

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00:32:20

235: Handling Bipolar Shame Spirals

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2025/08/25

Join Paris as she addresses topics around overcoming comparison, self-doubt, and bipolar shame spirals. The discussion delves into personal experiences and insights from Paris's own experience living with bipolar, providing detailed explanations on how manic, hypomanic and depressive episodes can lead to feelings of shame, guilt, and isolation. Practical strategies for managing these spirals include self-awareness, documenting triggers and seeking support from trusted individuals or support groups

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00:28:30

234: How I Stay Stable Traveling

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2025/08/18

Paris returns to share insights from a three-week trip through New York, London, Switzerland, Italy and France. Most importantly, she focuses on what helped her with stability on this trip and how you can try these tips out yourself! Key topics include the importance of staying present by minimizing social media use, the benefits of journaling during travel, and strategies for maintaining stability while navigating a busy itinerary. Paris also previews upcoming podcast episodes, which will cover

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00:37:02

233: From Surviving to Serving in Sobriety

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2025/07/14

Paris brings you the story of Lauren Baker, an intern trauma therapist and case manager for victims of abuse, who shares her journey of being diagnosed with bipolar at 22 and achieving sobriety at 23 after facing difficult relapses. Lauren discusses her initial lack of understanding and recognition of the condition, her eventual diagnosis, and her tumultuous path toward finding the right medication. She also delves into her professional journey and how her personal experiences influenced her career

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00:33:31

232: Verses to Embrace Your Vulnerability

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2025/07/07

Journey Through Music: Fatima Gerendas's Path with Bipolar Paris converses with Fatima Gerendas, a Guatemalan singer and songwriter based in Vienna. Fatima shares her inspiring journey blending pop with alternative vibes to address overlooked societal topics through her music, rooted in personal stories of struggle and growth. Diagnosed with bipolar disorder at 24, Fatima discusses the impact of her diagnosis on her life and relationships, and how music has been a therapeutic outlet for her. She

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00:38:56

231: Love That Lasts With Bipolar

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2025/06/23

In this episode of Live Well Bipolar, Paris welcomes back Charise Jewell, a former robotics engineer turned author, who shares her personal experiences around bipolar and marriage. Charise discusses her diagnosis, the impact on her 23-year marriage and raising three children while managing her mental health. She emphasizes the importance of open communication, treating bipolar as a priority, and finding a balance between independence and seeking support. The conversation provides valuable insights

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00:30:33

230: When Bipolar Hits in College

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2025/06/16

Anthony is a third-year psychology major from the University of Chicago who openly shares his journey with bipolar 1 disorder, which was diagnosed after his freshman year. He shares his struggle through depressive and manic episodes, the importance of medication, and the impact of lifestyle changes such as regular exercise, nutrition, and maintaining sobriety. Both Anthony and Paris touch upon their personal experiences with medication, the significance of a robust support system, and the value of

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00:31:04

229: Pedaling into Bipolar Support

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2025/06/09

Paris introduces Damaris Galdames-Hough, also known as Dee, who shares her personal journey living with bipolar and how fitness has played a crucial role in her mental and physical well-being. From growing up with a mother diagnosed with schizophrenia to her own experiences with bipolar, Dee opens up about the challenges and breakthroughs she's encountered. She discusses the transformative power of cycling and other fitness routines that not only helped her manage her symptoms but also led to

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00:18:44

228: Love Well Bipolar

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2025/04/16

In this episode, Paris opens up about the deeply personal why behind her brand-new course, Love Well Bipolar—a course designed specifically for those who love, support and stand beside someone living with bipolar.Born out of five years of sharing stories, advocacy, and lived experience, this course is more than just information—it’s a roadmap. Paris shares how each of the five core modules came to life, and why they’re essential:Understanding BipolarNavigating ChallengesEffective

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00:27:55

227: Support's Role in Loving Bipolar

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2025/02/17

In this episode, we delve into the critical role of support in loving and living with bipolar. Celebrating five years of the Live Well Bipolar podcast, Paris reflects on its evolution and underscores the influence of support networks on managing bipolar. Personal anecdotes illustrate how support from loved ones and the community can significantly impact one's mental health journey. The episode highlights the importance of expressing how we need to be supported, ways to support ourselves, and

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00:33:33

226: Your Growth Guide to End 2024

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2025/01/01

Join Paris as she reflects on this final day of 2024, sharing her journey of growth and challenges. Highlights include transitioning to a full-time speaking business, traveling to diverse locations, and deep work in therapy. Paris emphasizes the importance of self-compassion, overcoming personal fears, and the power of community support. Do the exercise Paris shares in the episode to reflect on your own year, focusing on three significant challenges and three areas of growth. Stay in touch

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00:33:30

225: 10 years of breakdowns to breakthrough

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2024/12/20

A Decade of Defying Darkness: My Journey from Hospitalization to HopeIn this special once-in-a-lifetime bonus episode, Paris reflects on her profound journey spanning the last decade since her psychiatric hospitalization on December 19, 2014. The episode is filled with raw emotions, deep introspection, and invaluable lessons learned from her battle with bipolar disorder. Through personal anecdotes, Paris shares her transformation from a patient to an advocate and public speaker, detailing her

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